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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in online education are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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